The Circular Study

Name: The Circular Study
Author: Anna Katharine Green

The Circular Study is a novel by Anna Katharine Green, published in 1893. It follows the story of a young woman named Emily who becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a rare and valuable book, known as "The Circular Study." As Emily delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy her own life. Can I help you with anything else?

By Anna Katharine Green · First published 1908 · Genre: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime · 21 chapters · 65,734 words

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Mr. Gryce was melancholy. He had attained that period in life when the spirits flag and enthusiasm needs a constant spur, and of late there had been a lack of special excitement, and he felt dull and superannuated. He was even contemplating resigning his position on the force and retiring to the little farm he had bought for himself in Westchester; and this in itself did not tend to cheerfulness, for he was one to whom action was a necessity and the exercise of his mental faculties more inspiring than any possible advantage which might accrue to him from their use.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Anna Katharine Green
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime, Suspense, Thriller
Length: 65,734 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,157 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Mystery — The book revolves around a murder investigation in a perplexing study room, leading to a series of unexpected clues and questions.
Detective Fiction — The story features a detective character, Mr. Gryce, who deciphers clues and interviews suspects to solve the murder mystery.
Crime — The central theme of the story is the commission and investigation of a crime - the murder of a man in a circular study room.
Suspense — The book maintains a gripping suspense till the end, making it an appealing read for those who enjoy edge-of-the-seat scenarios.